Lake Shore Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Lake Shore Dam, located in Raleigh, North Carolina, is a private structure built in 1950 primarily for recreation purposes.


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Summary

Standing at a structural height of 14.8 feet and stretching 540 feet in length, this earth-type dam holds a maximum storage capacity of 120 acre-feet, serving the surrounding area with water resources for various activities. While the dam is not state-regulated or permitted, it is inspected regularly to ensure its safety and integrity.

Despite its significant hazard potential, Lake Shore Dam has not been rated for its current condition, highlighting the need for ongoing risk assessment and management measures. The last inspection date dates back to 1993, emphasizing the importance of regular evaluations to prevent potential risks and ensure the safety of the surrounding community. Although the dam lacks specific emergency preparedness plans and guidelines, its location on Stirrup Iron Creek-Tr provides a serene backdrop for outdoor enthusiasts and climate advocates to enjoy and appreciate the beauty of water resources in the area.

Year Completed

1950

Dam Length

540

River Or Stream

Stirrup Iron Creek-Tr

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

19

Drainage Area

538

Nid Storage

120

Structural Height

14.8

Hazard Potential

Significant

Nid Height

15
       
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Condition Assessment

Satisfactory
No existing or potential dam safety deficiencies are recognized. Acceptable performance is expected under all loading conditions (static, hydrologic, seismic) in accordance with the minimum applicable state or federal regulatory criteria or tolerable risk guidelines.
Fair
No existing dam safety deficiencies are recognized for normal operating conditions. Rare or extreme hydrologic and/or seismic events may result in a dam safety deficiency. Risk may be in the range to take further action. Note: Rare or extreme event is defined by the regulatory agency based on their minimum
Poor A dam safety deficiency is recognized for normal operating conditions which may realistically occur. Remedial action is necessary. POOR may also be used when uncertainties exist as to critical analysis parameters which identify a potential dam safety deficiency. Investigations and studies are necessary.
Unsatisfactory
A dam safety deficiency is recognized that requires immediate or emergency remedial action for problem resolution.
Not Rated
The dam has not been inspected, is not under state or federal jurisdiction, or has been inspected but, for whatever reason, has not been rated.
Not Available
Dams for which the condition assessment is restricted to approved government users.

Hazard Potential Classification

High
Dams assigned the high hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation will probably cause loss of human life.
Significant
Dams assigned the significant hazard potential classification are those dams where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life but can cause economic loss, environment damage, disruption of lifeline facilities, or impact other concerns. Significant hazard potential classification dams are often located in predominantly rural or agricultural areas but could be in areas with population and significant infrastructure.
Low
Dams assigned the low hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life and low economic and/or environmental losses. Losses are principally limited to the owner's property.
Undetermined
Dams for which a downstream hazard potential has not been designated or is not provided.
Not Available
Dams for which the downstream hazard potential is restricted to approved government users.